Sharona

Lost 20 lbs since surgery on May 14, came off fast at first (too fast to continue), slower now, but still losing. No more pain, sleeping on my side again and sometimes on my stomach. Almost on regular diet, just have to be careful, chew really well and take lots of time. Back to work after two weeks, I followed all the rules from the start and I really think it paid off. Here's to a new life! :-) Surgery date May 14th 2013

Same here this is the first time I've picked up my tablet and logged on, just haven't been up to much. Doesn't help that the house is empty from 9 am to 8 pm and that I don't like being alone. Tried going to the store this past Sunday and ended up in tears half way through the list he wanted me to sit down and let him finish, but I said to let me get through. Can't wait to get back to work (did I just say that) LOL Surgery date May 14th 2013

One week to go to surgery :-), first week of liquid diet done! (not easy). Heading to Cleveland Clinic on 5/14 and so ready to begin my new life. Cleveland Clinic has been phenomenal and I feel I am in good hands. I was excited to see this app available for my tablet and find others who are taking this life changing journey. Family has been very supportive and shares in the excitement.

Yes I did, it was comfy but hard to get in and out :-) Surgery date May 14th 2013

Home, YEAH Surgery date May 14th 2013

Got home today, was in for 3¹/² days, low oxygen levels and a fever kept me in. For pain I had morphine pump and liquid Oxy. They let me keep my pump until this morning, and sent me home with the liquid. Also got a prescription for nausea patch that goes behind my ear if needed. Gas has been my enemy because I can't pass any. Sipping on nectar protein, when mixed with water tastes like lemon tea, it contains 23g of protein per scoop. When I get more strength I'm gonna try some of the recipes they have me. Surgery date May 14th 2013

Surgery was @ 8 and went well, however I was in recovery until 5pm because I didn't come out of anesthesia very well. Out of bed around 830 for my first walk and then sat/slept in the chair for about an hour. Not to much trouble sleeping. Woke up this morning and got my first sip of water, so far so good, they said they are gonna give me a good workout today, so I'm gonna take a little nap. Favorite thing: my pain med button :-) Surgery date May 14th 2013

Well I did it and feeling pretty good this morning, just got my first sip of Water. The toughest part was taking my first walk last night, I sat in the chair for about an hour, the worst was getting back into bed, I am only 5 ft tall lol Surgery date May 14th 2013

Thanks 6 hours till I go Surgery date May 14th 2013

Pre-OP done (not post as I said up above) report for surgery tomorrow morning @ 530am. Nervous, Exited, Scared. Ready or not here I come! Surgery date May 14th 2013

Pre-OP****^ Surgery date May 14th 2013

I am with an amazing man who wants to marry me, sometime in the near future, I have not meet the majority of his family, just a couple and when I do meet them,I want to feel good about myself and be liked our disliked :-) for ME, not my weight. He says it doesn't mater, but it does to me! I wasn't him to feel good when he walks in with me by his side. I also want my daughter to feel good when I go to her events and not be embarrassed, she is a teenager after all. Good Luck All :-) Surgery date May 14th 2013

Thanks :-) Surgery date May 14th 2013

Pre-Op finally done, reporting for surgery @ 530 am tomorrow, got away without having to do bowel-prep, since my surgery is less than 24 hours after pre-op. One trip to pharmacy for pain med prescription and I am ready to go. Surgery date May 14th 2013

Who is doing you're surrey, I have Dr. Kroh. I feel in real good hands being at Cleveland Clinic. Surgery date May 14th 2013

Post Op tomorrow, surgery the next day, ready our not here I go Surgery date May 14th 2013

Worked 8+ hours today (yes on Mothers Day) lol, cleaned my office did some last minute paperwork. Said goodbye for a couple of weeks (even though I was by myself). Ready to begin this journey, when the students come back in the fall they won't even recognize me, and that's GOOD :-) Surgery date May 14th 2013

Went to get all my vitamins yesterday at the Vitamin Shoppe, I had looked online but it was so expensive. 2 sales people saw my list and immediately jumped in to help us. They had print-outs of approved items, notes from other bariatric customers. I got all my vitamins, a protein powder that tastes like ice tea with lemon to add to water. Plus they recommended a mouth spray for dry mouth during hospital stay. Some of my vitamins are made just for gastric bypass patients. Oh and he also recommended using a juicer to help get in your need veggies since the main focus is usually protein. Going local instead of online saved me $90 dollars and I got more than just vitamins, so I highly suggest going to a vitamin store if you can. They also had high protein peanut butter and a bunch of other stuff I can't remember :-) [ATTACH]3508[/ATTACH] Surgery date May 14th 2013

Wow, i wasn't allowed any solids like fruits and veggies, just 810 calories of liquids only, shakes, decaf coffee, decaf tea, chicken broth and sugar free Jello. I am an office manager for a food service company at a College, with access to a smorgasbord of food to eat everyday. So I feel your pain, but it starts to get easier, I am on day 13 and losing a pound a say, which is a good motivator to staying honest with the diet. Good Luck Surgery date May 14th 2013

Happy Mothers Day, what will we all look like and feel like by next Mothers Day???? I can't wait to find out :-) Surgery date May 14th 2013

Lost another pound today, only 1 more to go to reach surgery weight. 14th is so close and i am worried i haven't prepared enough , probably just nervous jitters. I am on my 13th straight day of work and still 2 more to go just trying to get them prepared for me being gone. I think I will become a nervous wreck :-). This long time dream is finally here. Good luck May buddies. Surgery date May 14th 2013

Day 9 finished today, it hadn't been easy, but I just keep telling myself that the only one I would hurt by cheating is myself. The toughest time for me is when I am alone, I hate being alone. Today I got on the scale and had actually gained 2 tenths of a pound, how the heck does that happen on an 810 calorie liquid diet??. Found a really great protein shake today with 20 grams of protein and only 150 calories, so it allows me more shakes per day. Good luck to everyone and I am so glad to find you and this sight. Surgery date May 14!!!